2015 JEEP COMPASS oil viscosity

WARNING!
•An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to
increased head motion and possible injury to the
child. Use only the anchorage position directly
behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top
tether strap.
•If your vehicle is equipped with a split rear seat,
make sure the tether strap does not slip into the
opening between the seatbacks as you remove
slack in the strap.
Transporting Pets
Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.
An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly
injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in
a collision.
Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses
or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the engine and
drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or
55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the
limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in.
Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri-
mental and should be avoided.
The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a
high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil changes
should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions
under which vehicle operations will occur. For the recom-
mended viscosity and quality grades, refer to “Mainte-
nance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle”.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97

CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the
chemicals can damage your engine. Such damage is
not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade)
MOPAR® SAE 5W-20 engine oil or equivalent Pennzoil®
or Shell Helix® is recommended for all operating tem-
peratures. This engine oil improves low temperature
starting and vehicle fuel economy. Your engine oil filler
cap also states the recommended engine oil viscosity
grade for your engine.
Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certi-
fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num-
ber should not be used.
Synthetic Engine Oils
You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom-
mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom-
mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes
are followed.
Materials Added To Engine Oil
The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad-
dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to
the engine oil. Engine oil is an engineered product and its
performance may be impaired by supplemental addi-
tives.
Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters
Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and
oil filters from your vehicle. Used oil and oil filters,
indiscriminately discarded, can present a problem to the
environment. Contact your authorized dealer, service
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 475

Occupant Restraints........................39
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)................403
Odometer...............................223
Tr i p . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..221
Oil Change Indicator.......................233
Oil Change Indicator, Reset..................233
Oil, Engine..............................473
Capacity.............................514
Change Interval........................474
Checking.............................473
Disposal..............................475
Filter................................476
Filter Disposal.........................475
Identification Logo......................474
Materials Added to......................475
Recommendation.......................474
Synthetic.............................475
Viscosity.............................475
Oil Filter, Selection........................476
Onboard Diagnostic System..................469
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink®)............178
Operating Precautions......................469
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual).............5
Overheating, Engine.......................220
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual).............5
Paint Care..............................499
Panic Alarm..............................24
Parking Brake............................353
Passing Light............................166
Personal Settings..........................236
Pets....................................97
Phone, Cellular...........................111
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect®)...............111
Placard, Tire and Loading Information..........376
Power
Door Locks............................31
Mirrors..............................11010
INDEX 549